A&P Chem Brain Warm Up

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What are the 4 major elements found in the human body?

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Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen, Nitrogen.

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What is the term for the sum of all chemical reactions in the body?

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Metabolism.

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What is the most important inorganic molecule in the human body that acts as a solvent?

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Water.

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What is the body's main energy source?

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Carbohydrates.

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Which of the following is NOT a role of lipids? Insulate Nerves, Energy Source, Gives Cells 3D Structure, Cushion?

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Gives Cells 3D Structure.

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates in the body?

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To provide energy.

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What are proteins made of?

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Amino acids.

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What is the role of enzymes in biochemical reactions?

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To act as catalysts that speed up reactions.

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What is homeostasis?

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The maintenance of a stable internal environment in the body.

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What is the function of nucleic acids?

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To store and transmit genetic information.